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Spinal cord stimulation involves the surgical implanting of a device (also known as an SCS or a dorsal column stimulator) under the skin. A small wire from the device carries a mild electric current from the pulse generator to the spinal cord. It is...

Alternative and complementary therapies are an ongoing debate when it comes to migraine treatment and pain reduction. With this in mind, a group of researchers have recently conducted a systematic review of the evidence which supports the use of acupuncture...

Until recently migraines weren’t thought to leave a permanent mark on the brain. Yes, they’re absolutely horrendous while you’re going through them, but once they’re over they’re over. However, according to a study published in the journal Neurology...

When most people think of ketamine they think of it as a dangerous class B drug (it’s illegal to have for yourself, give away or sell), or possibly of its use as a horse tranquilliser. What it is less commonly considered to be is a good treatment for...

One thing that drives migraine sufferers mad is other people claiming that their headache is/was a migraine: “Oh, I know how you feel; I’m always getting headaches.” “I went out with friends last night, but got home really late. Woke up with a massive...